Green Tea Gallocatechin Coloring Mixture from Japan
A coloring preparation from green tea catechins, specifically blending the tariff-defined gallocatechin and quercetin for use in natural cosmetics and soaps. Falls under HTS 3203.00.30.00 as a vegetable origin preparation per note 3. Offers subtle beige-yellow tones.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document Camellia sinensis source and extraction method to affirm vegetable coloring status
• Test for heavy metals per cosmetic import standards; declare as 'non-synthetic'
• Avoid retail packaging that might invoke heading 3212 for consumer packs